{"id":14950,"date":"2023-10-12T13:07:36","date_gmt":"2023-10-12T13:07:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/?p=14950"},"modified":"2024-07-19T06:36:59","modified_gmt":"2024-07-19T06:36:59","slug":"vat-in-uae-ltart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart","title":{"rendered":"Everything About VAT Refunds in UAE For Tourists"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are planning a trip to UAE, there are not just one but numerous aspects you should be mindful of. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well, don&#8217;t be alarmed! <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today&#8217;s details are designed to enhance and enrich your travel experience, making it more enjoyable and advantageous! <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the implementation of VAT in 2018 in UAE, the authorities have permitted tourists to claim back the VAT in UAE paid on their purchases. Travellers and visitors can claim a refund on VAT, which is spent on purchases they make while travelling in the UAE. The process of VAT return is initiated through a fully integrated electronics system, which keeps the retailers connected to all ports of exit and entry from UAE (registered under the tax refund for tourist scheme).\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let us read more and find out everything about VAT in UAE and VAT Returns.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_40 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" area-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-69d3eaafc4513\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: 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href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#What_is_Dubai_UAE_VAT\" title=\"What is Dubai &amp; UAE VAT?\">What is Dubai &amp; UAE VAT?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#What_is_Tax-Free_Shopping\" title=\"What is Tax-Free Shopping?\u00a0\">What is Tax-Free Shopping?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#Tax_Refund_For_Tourists_Scheme\" title=\"Tax Refund For Tourists Scheme\">Tax Refund For Tourists Scheme<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#How_Can_You_Claim_a_Tourist_VAT_Refund_in_UAE\" title=\"How Can You Claim a Tourist VAT Refund in UAE?\">How Can You Claim a Tourist VAT Refund in UAE?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#Where_can_Tourists_Reclaim_VAT_on_Purchased_Items\" title=\"Where can Tourists Reclaim VAT on Purchased Items?\">Where can Tourists Reclaim VAT on Purchased Items?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#Eligibility_Criteria_for_Refund_of_VAT_in_UAE_and_Dubai\" title=\"Eligibility Criteria for Refund of VAT in UAE and Dubai\">Eligibility Criteria for Refund of VAT in UAE and Dubai<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#Minimum_Spending_Limit_to_Qualify_for_VAT_Refund\" title=\"Minimum Spending Limit to Qualify for VAT Refund\">Minimum Spending Limit to Qualify for VAT Refund<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#Inspection_of_Purchased_Goods\" title=\"Inspection of Purchased Goods\u00a0\">Inspection of Purchased Goods\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#Self-Service_Kiosks\" title=\"Self-Service Kiosks\">Self-Service Kiosks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#Refund_Locations_For_VAT_in_the_UAE_for_Tourists\" title=\"Refund Locations For VAT in the UAE for Tourists\u00a0\">Refund Locations For VAT in the UAE for Tourists\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#Airports\" title=\"Airports\">Airports<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#Seaports\" title=\"Seaports\">Seaports<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#Land_Borders\" title=\"Land Borders\">Land Borders<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#Are_There_Any_Goods_Not_Eligible_For_a_VAT_Refund_in_the_UAE\" title=\"Are There Any Goods Not Eligible For a VAT Refund in the UAE?\u00a0\">Are There Any Goods Not Eligible For a VAT Refund in the UAE?\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#Wrapping_It_Up\" title=\"Wrapping It Up!\u00a0\">Wrapping It Up!\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#Do_tourists_get_VAT_refunds_in_the_UAE\" title=\"Do tourists get VAT refunds in the UAE?\">Do tourists get VAT refunds in the UAE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#How_do_I_claim_my_VAT_refund_in_UAE\" title=\"How do I claim my VAT refund in UAE?\">How do I claim my VAT refund in UAE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#Can_I_claim_VAT_back_as_a_tourist\" title=\"Can I claim VAT back as a tourist?\">Can I claim VAT back as a tourist?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#What_goods_are_eligible_for_a_VAT_refund\" title=\"What goods are eligible for a VAT refund?\">What goods are eligible for a VAT refund?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#How_much_of_the_VAT_will_I_be_refunded\" title=\"How much of the VAT will I be refunded?\">How much of the VAT will I be refunded?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#How_will_I_receive_my_refund\" title=\"How will I receive my refund?\">How will I receive my refund?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#What_is_the_deadline_for_claiming_a_VAT_refund\" title=\"What is the deadline for claiming a VAT refund?\">What is the deadline for claiming a VAT refund?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#Where_can_I_find_more_information_about_VAT_refunds\" title=\"Where can I find more information about VAT refunds?\">Where can I find more information about VAT refunds?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#What_are_the_benefits_of_claiming_a_VAT_refund\" title=\"What are the benefits of claiming a VAT refund?\">What are the benefits of claiming a VAT refund?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/vat-in-uae-ltart\/#What_should_I_do_if_I_have_a_problem_with_my_VAT_refund\" title=\"What should I do if I have a problem with my VAT refund?\">What should I do if I have a problem with my VAT refund?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Dubai_UAE_VAT\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is Dubai &amp; UAE VAT?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14955 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Dubai-UAE-VAT-1024x444.jpg\" alt=\"Dubai &amp; UAE VAT\" width=\"1024\" height=\"444\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Dubai-UAE-VAT-1024x444.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Dubai-UAE-VAT-300x130.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Dubai-UAE-VAT-768x333.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Dubai-UAE-VAT.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Value Added Tax, or VAT, is a utilisation fee added to the total price of goods and services. This cost addition starts from the initial production stage to the final product ready for sale to two consumers. This price added to each stage of production and distribution is called VAT.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Tax-Free_Shopping\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is Tax-Free Shopping?\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Purchasing a particular variety of taxable items that will be exported under certain terms and conditions is called tax-free shopping in the UAE. Shoppers can easily receive tax refunds in UAE and Dubai on the items bought by validating their purchases at several exit points while leaving the country. These exit points are located at airports and other borders of the country.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tax_Refund_For_Tourists_Scheme\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tax Refund For Tourists Scheme<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Planet and Federal Tax Authority, the official operators of the tax refund system have come together to develop an automated Planet VAT refund system. This initiative aims to enhance the convenience and speed of VAT refunds in the UAE for both registered retailers and their customers. To claim a VAT refund in the UAE, remember the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All vendors must to follow the principles presented by tax refunds for tourist schemes.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A minimum purchase of AED 250 is mandatory to obtain a tax-free tag.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Documents, such as passport, GCC National I-card, purchased items and credit card information are required for submission.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The vendors or retailers must put pertinent information on Planet&#8217;s computer system to claim a VAT refund.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each tax-free tag will be scanned while reclaim is in process to connect the purchased item to the customer&#8217;s GCC National I-card or passport.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_You_Claim_a_Tourist_VAT_Refund_in_UAE\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Can You Claim a Tourist VAT Refund in UAE?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14958 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Minimum-Spending-Limit-to-Qualify-for-VAT-Refund-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"How Can You Claim a Tourist VAT Refund in UAE\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Minimum-Spending-Limit-to-Qualify-for-VAT-Refund-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Minimum-Spending-Limit-to-Qualify-for-VAT-Refund-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Minimum-Spending-Limit-to-Qualify-for-VAT-Refund-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Minimum-Spending-Limit-to-Qualify-for-VAT-Refund-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travellers can collect their VAT refund via special devices placed at departure locations in airports, border ports and sea ports.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The documentation that one must submit includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A tax invoice of purchases made on each outlet registered under the Tax Refund Tourist Scheme<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A copy of their credit card<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A copy of their passport for verification<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After successfully submitting and verifying the documents mentioned above, tourists have the option to receive a VAT tax refund in either UAE Dirham cash or have it credited back to their credit card. Tourists can also utilise e-service from FTA UAE to get a VAT refund upon departure from the country.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*<strong>Note<\/strong>: The traveller will receive 85% of the total VAT amount paid after deducting a fee of AED 4.80 per tax-free tag.*<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_Tourists_Reclaim_VAT_on_Purchased_Items\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where can Tourists Reclaim VAT on Purchased Items?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">VAT refunds are made after passing through all validation points and device stations at departure points of airports, sea ports and other borders. Here are some pointers to remember:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tourists must go through the designated validation point before checking their baggage.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get to the immigration counter and present the original receipt with a tax-free tag attached, purchased goods, and a copy of your credit card and passport for verification.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the validation, you can receive a VAT refund in the UAE and Dubai through either cash or card.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eligibility_Criteria_for_Refund_of_VAT_in_UAE_and_Dubai\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eligibility Criteria for Refund of VAT in UAE and Dubai<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14959 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Eligibility-Criteria-for-Refund-of-VAT-in-UAE-and-Dubai-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"Eligibility Criteria for Refund of VAT in UAE and Dubai\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Eligibility-Criteria-for-Refund-of-VAT-in-UAE-and-Dubai-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Eligibility-Criteria-for-Refund-of-VAT-in-UAE-and-Dubai-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Eligibility-Criteria-for-Refund-of-VAT-in-UAE-and-Dubai-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Eligibility-Criteria-for-Refund-of-VAT-in-UAE-and-Dubai.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To qualify for a VAT refund in the UAE and Dubai, certain<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">criteria must be met:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tourist or traveller must be 18 years of age or above.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GCC Nationals are also permitted to reclaim VAT in the UAE.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They must not be a crew member on flights and ships leaving the UAE.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tourist should verify that the store or retailer where they made their purchase is part of the tourist tax refund scheme for VAT refund UAE.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tourists must plan to depart from the United Arab Emirates within 90 days of their visit, including any items purchased during their stay.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These simple criteria must be kept in mind by every traveller applying for a return of VAT in the UAE.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Minimum_Spending_Limit_to_Qualify_for_VAT_Refund\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimum Spending Limit to Qualify for VAT Refund<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several factors make a traveller eligible for a VAT refund in Dubai and the UAE. One of the requirements is a minimum spending amount. The traveller needs to have incurred a total of AED 250 in expenses to qualify for an 85% refund on the entire VAT amount paid for the purchase. The VAT refund service provider, Planet, charges the remaining 15% as administration fees.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s crucial to highlight that, in accordance with the latest regulations from the FTA UAE (Federal Tax Authority), there is a daily cash refund limit of AED 7,000. According to this imposition by the Federal Tax Authority UAE, any VAT refund exceeding the per day limit will be paid via other means like Bank transfer or credit card returns.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inspection_of_Purchased_Goods\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspection of Purchased Goods\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the purchased items require an inspection, it will be done by the staff of Planet at their validation desk located at several exit points in the UAE and Dubai.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is what you need to know:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tourists must present the tax-free tags, tax invoices and purchase goods at the validation counter.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After successful validation, tourists can choose their preferred refund mode.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your preferred refund mode is cash, you can visit the cash partner at the currency exchange office after you pass through immigration.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Self-Service_Kiosks\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Self-Service Kiosks<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14960 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Self-Service-Kiosks-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"Self-Service Kiosks in UAE\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Self-Service-Kiosks-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Self-Service-Kiosks-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Self-Service-Kiosks-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Self-Service-Kiosks-1536x1027.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Self-Service-Kiosks.jpg 1795w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A newly launched service point, self-service kiosks, is available at departure ports, where tourists can do a VAT reclaim by themselves. It is an automated service streamlined by identifying your eligibility for VAT refunds at different locations like airports and other departure points, including Abu Dhabi International Airport, Dubai International Airport, Al Maktoum International Airport and others. Employees accompany these automated machines to make it easier for tourists to refund VAT in UAE.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Refund_Locations_For_VAT_in_the_UAE_for_Tourists\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refund Locations For VAT in the UAE for Tourists\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can easily reclaim your VAT at the different self-service kiosks located at the following &#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Airports\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Airports<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abu Dhabi Airport \u2013 Common area between all terminals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dubai Airport \u2013 Terminal 1, 2, 3, and 3 Business<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sharjah Airport<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Al Maktoum Airport<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Al Ain Airport<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ras Al Khaimah Airport<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seaports\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seaports<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zayed, Abu Dhabi<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Port Rashid, Dubai<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Land_Borders\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Land Borders<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Al Ghuwaifat, at the border with Saudi Arabia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Al Ain, at the border with Oman<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hatta, at the border with Oman<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_There_Any_Goods_Not_Eligible_For_a_VAT_Refund_in_the_UAE\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are There Any Goods Not Eligible For a VAT Refund in the UAE?\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All of the products and services with applied VAT are eligible for a tax reclaim, excluding items like \u2013\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Items that tourists are not bringing back with them when departing from the UAE.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vehicles such as, automobiles, aircraft and boats.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Products or goods that are opened or partially used in the respective country or any implementing state in the GCC.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wrapping_It_Up\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wrapping It Up!\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tourists shopping in the United Arab Emirates have the opportunity to request a refund on the VAT paid for their purchased items. We trust that this blog has provided valuable information. By adhering to straightforward rules and regulations, you can maximize the benefits of each trip to the Middle East.. Log on to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">www.squareyards.ae<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for more information about travelling to the Emirates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Recommended for you :<\/strong><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 98.6233%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 49.273%;\" width=\"301\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong>Apply UAE VAT Registration Online<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.6139%;\" width=\"301\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-vat-registration-online-accart\">UAE VAT Registration Online<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 49.273%;\" width=\"301\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong>Paying VAT During Online shopping in Dubai<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.6139%;\" width=\"301\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/know-everything-about-paying-vat-during-shopping-in-dubai-misart\">Online shopping in Dubai<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 49.273%;\" width=\"301\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong>Guide To Corporate Tax in UAE<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.6139%;\" width=\"301\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/corporate-tax-in-uae-ltart\">Corporate Tax in UAE<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 49.273%;\" width=\"301\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong>Know The Excise Tax in UAE<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 80.6139%;\" width=\"301\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/excise-tax-in-uae-ltart\">Excise Tax in UAE<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_tourists_get_VAT_refunds_in_the_UAE\"><\/span>Do tourists get VAT refunds in the UAE?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tYes, there are certain criterias to qualify for a VAT refund in UAE.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_claim_my_VAT_refund_in_UAE\"><\/span>How do I claim my VAT refund in UAE?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tTo claim a VAT refund in UAE, there are certain criterias you must follow and documents you must present to get a refund on your purchases made in UAE and Dubai. Read the blog above to know more about the eligibility criteria for tourists.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_claim_VAT_back_as_a_tourist\"><\/span>Can I claim VAT back as a tourist?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tYes, you can do a VAT reclaim in UAE and Dubai.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_goods_are_eligible_for_a_VAT_refund\"><\/span>What goods are eligible for a VAT refund?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tGoods and services purchased from retailers and stores registered under the tourist refund scheme UAE will be eligible for VAT refund in Dubai and UAE.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_of_the_VAT_will_I_be_refunded\"><\/span>How much of the VAT will I be refunded?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t85% of the VAT will be refunded to the travellers, with a 15% administration fee cut from the total amount.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_will_I_receive_my_refund\"><\/span>How will I receive my refund?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tYou can receive your VAT refund via cash, bank transfer or credit card.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_deadline_for_claiming_a_VAT_refund\"><\/span>What is the deadline for claiming a VAT refund?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tAll tax-free taxes must be presented and applied for a refund within 90 days from the date of purchase.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_I_find_more_information_about_VAT_refunds\"><\/span>Where can I find more information about VAT refunds?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tYou can find more information about VAT refunds for tourists on the main website or at the office of the Federal Tax Authority of UAE.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_benefits_of_claiming_a_VAT_refund\"><\/span>What are the benefits of claiming a VAT refund?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe main benefit of getting a VAT refund is you get 85% of the total tax you paid on any purchases made in Dubai and UAE.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_if_I_have_a_problem_with_my_VAT_refund\"><\/span>What should I do if I have a problem with my VAT refund?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tYou can contact Planet's refund service providers or FTA in UAE and Dubai for any problems you face regarding VAT refunds.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\t\"mainEntity\": [\n\t\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Do tourists get VAT refunds in the UAE?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"Yes, there are certain criterias to qualify for a VAT refund in UAE.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"How do I claim my VAT refund in UAE?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"To claim a VAT refund in UAE, there are certain criterias you must follow and documents you must present to get a refund on your purchases made in UAE and Dubai. 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